Charleston, South Carolina to Indianapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

594.3 miles 956.5 km · straight line
707.2 miles actual route 1138.1 km · driving distance
13h 35min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
326° NW bearing direction

How far is Charleston, South Carolina from Indianapolis?

The distance from Charleston, South Carolina to Indianapolis is 594.3 miles (956.5 km) as the crow flies. Indianapolis is located NW of Charleston, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 707.2 miles, taking about 13h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Charleston, South Carolina in South Carolina and Indianapolis in Indiana.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Charleston, South Carolina and Indianapolis. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Charleston, South Carolina to Indianapolis

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 35min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 18min $57–$106* Budget
Train ~17h 40min $85–$248* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Charleston, South Carolina & Indianapolis

Quick Facts

Charleston, South Carolina
32.78°N, 79.93°W
America/New_York
6m elevation
Indianapolis
39.77°N, 86.16°W
America/New_York
218m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 198 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM